J&K’s only AAP MLA Mehraj Malik booked for threatening, abusing woman doctor
In a shocking turn of events, Jammu and Kashmir’s only Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA, Mehraj Malik, has been booked by the police for allegedly threatening a woman doctor. The doctor, who works at a government medical college in Doda, accused Malik of making “abusive, gendered and derogatory remarks” against her online.
According to the police complaint, Malik threatened to drag the doctor and strip her naked. The complainant, who wishes to remain anonymous, alleged that Malik made these threats in response to a debate on a social media platform, where he was asked to clarify his stance on a particular issue.
This incident has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from various quarters, with many calling for Malik’s immediate resignation. The police have registered a case against Malik under Section 354 (assault or criminal force on any woman with intent to outrage her modesty) and Section 509 (word, gesture or act intended to insult the modesty of a woman) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
The complainant, a woman doctor in her mid-30s, alleged that Malik had been making personal attacks on her online for several days, using derogatory language and making threatening remarks. She claimed that she had been forced to take screenshots of the conversation, which she presented to the police as evidence.
“I was shocked and traumatized by the incident. I couldn’t believe that a public representative, who is supposed to be a role model, could stoop to such levels,” the woman doctor said in her complaint.
The police have taken cognizance of the complaint and have launched an investigation into the matter. Malik has been summoned to the police station for questioning, but he has denied the allegations, terming them as “baseless and politically motivated”.
“This is a conspiracy to tarnish my image and undermine my work as an MLA. I am a champion of women’s rights and have always stood up for their empowerment,” Malik said in a statement.
The incident has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many calling for Malik’s resignation and others defending him, saying that he is being targeted by his political opponents.
However, the majority of the people are outraged by Malik’s behavior and are demanding that he be held accountable for his actions. The police must take strict action against him and ensure that he is punished for his crimes.
The incident also raises questions about the safety and security of women in public life. As a public representative, Malik is expected to maintain a certain level of decorum and dignity, but his behavior has fallen far short of that.
This incident is a stark reminder that even in today’s times, women in public life are not safe from harassment and abuse. It is the responsibility of the police and the political establishment to ensure that women are protected and that those who harass them are held accountable.
In conclusion, the booking of J&K’s only AAP MLA, Mehraj Malik, for threatening and abusing a woman doctor is a welcome step towards ensuring that those who engage in such behavior are held accountable. However, this incident is also a stark reminder that women in public life are not safe from harassment and abuse, and that more needs to be done to protect them.
